The stretch of coast known as the Pacific Northwest (PNW) is one of the largest and most diverse sailing grounds in the world. It has everything from major city areas to barely inhabited wilderness and diverse cultures. Since it borders the Gulf of Alaska, it can also have some wild weather in the winter and can be cool and wet in the summer. Preparation is needed! The best guidebook is the Waggoner. You will also need the Canadian Hydro-graphic Charts and, just as important, the full tide tables. Unlike most areas the tide table comes in several volumes but they are available free here.
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